Bendix Sr-5 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 17, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC recalls Bendix Sr-5

Recall number

16E045000

Brand / firm

Bendix

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 194,410 units

Why it was recalled

If there is a delay of the spring brake application, the trailer may roll away after it has decoupled from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What was recalled

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix) is recalling certain SR-5 Trailer Spring Brake Valves manufactured January 1, 2014, to March 4, 2016. These brake valves were improperly machined without a radius on the internal check valve seat, causing a delay of application of the spring brakes while parking.

What to do

Bendix will contact owners and provide a remedy kit, complete with instructions, to repair any affected SR-5 trailer relay valves, free of charge. Bendix issued an interim notification on June 17, 2016. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Bendix customer service at 1-800-247-2725.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.